CAI
Cairo
Egypt
4,804 km
2,985 miles
NLA
Ndola
Zambia
Distance
4,804 km
2,985 mi / 2,594 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
184°
south

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CAI NLA
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Ndola Airport
IATA Code CAI NLA
ICAO Code HECA FLND
City Cairo Ndola
Country Egypt Zambia
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 382 ft 4,167 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 -13.000000, 28.660000

Cairo (CAI) to Ndola (NLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Ndola Airport (NLA) in Ndola, Zambia is 4,804 kilometers (2,985 miles / 2,594 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 184°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Egypt with Zambia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:14 in Cairo, it's 14:14 in Ndola.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,785 feet between the two airports. Ndola Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Ndola (NLA) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 3° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Ndola Airport (NLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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